Summary
Apple is looking for a Module Process Integration Engineer to join our Panel Process and Optics (PPO) Engineering team. PPO Engineers are responsible for developing new, innovative manufacturing process technologies to solve complex design challenges that directly enable future Apple Displays and other Modules. The individual in this role will be a focal point in developing advanced key process modules and equipment from the concept/architecture stage through product engineering validation builds, with a focus on back-end module integration and/or Laser processing. We work at a fast pace and require everyone to be highly self-motivated. A successful candidate needs to be a flexible problem solver and be able to determine solutions outside of their core technical expertise areas.

Key Qualifications
Hands-on experience in development of module processes and its integration in back-end processes of display, sensor, camera, optical assembly, or other related modules
Hands-on development of module processes such as lamination, bonding, forming, etc., and/or Laser processing
Solid understanding of materials such as conductive inks, adhesives, encapsulation materials, ACF, etc. and how to do material characterization
Self-starter with demonstrated ability to lead a project from lab scale development to high volume production
Demonstrated ability to perform DOEs, data analysis, and SPC control by using statistical software such as JMP
Sound understanding and experience in automation and production line integration
Demonstrated ability in failure mode analysis, root cause investigation, and problem-solving for production yield and quality issues
Excellent data handling, documentation, and organization skills
Ability for international business travel to support project implementation and collaborate with external vendors for product manufacturing

Description
New process architecture investigation - keep tabs on relevant industrial process, equipment, and material manufacturing technical trends and apply novel solutions to the integration processes of display and other modules
Process Development - Leads design and development of technically sophisticated manufacturing processes including material selection, equipment design, parameter optimization, and metrology bring-up to enable new products designs & functional requirements
Conduct detailed process and equipment data collection for design validation and process technology feasibility studies through modeling and/or practical engineering methods, including hands-on experiment in labs
Develop Process for Manufacturability - Provide early and ongoing manufacturing leadership to ensure new process is scalable for mass production
Lead PFMEA and equipment DFMEA generation for new module technologies
Failure Analysis - Lead root cause analysis and metrology development for issues related to new process technology
Multi-functional interaction with Product Design, Display and Optical Engineering, technical operations, and international vendors
Drive EQ, component or integration vendors on technology development and implementation, failure or issue resolution, and cost-effective scale up for mass production.

Education & Experience
B.S. degree in Physical Science, ME, Material Science or Chem E with minimum of 3 years of proven experience in a related field

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